Paleo Simple Roasted Asparagus
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Paleo Simple Roasted Asparagus recipe! Perfectly tender with slightly crisp tips, these oven-roasted asparagus spears are seasoned with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper, then finished with a refreshing splash of lemon juice for a vibrant burst of flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is the ultimate healthy side or light appetizer for busy evenings. Designed with the Paleo lifestyle in mind, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with nutrients. Whether you’re meal prepping or serving guests, this beautifully roasted asparagus will bring a pop of color and flavor to your table. Ideal for feeding four, it’s a quick, simple, and nutritious recipe you'll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the asparagus under cold water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Trim the woody ends of the asparagus by snapping or cutting the bottom inch or so off. This helps remove the tough, fibrous ends.
Place the trimmed asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Drizzle the olive oil over the asparagus, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the sea salt and black pepper over the asparagus to taste.
Toss the asparagus gently with your hands to ensure even distribution of oil, salt, and pepper.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until the asparagus is tender, with the tips just slightly crispy.
Remove from the oven and drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice over the roasted asparagus.
Serve immediately, either as a side dish or a light Paleo-friendly appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1174 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 940 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
